Senior Property Accounting Manager

NorthPoint Search Group•Houston, TX

14d

About The Position

The Senior Property Accounting Manager will lead accounting functions across multiple real estate holdings, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial operations. This role includes financial reporting, cash management, budgeting, tax coordination, and overseeing internal controls while working closely with leadership and clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required; CPA preferred but not required.
10–20 years of property management accounting experience.
Strong understanding of real estate partnerships, development, construction, and property management.
Proficiency in MRI, Yardi, Timeline, and advanced Excel.
Supervisory experience with the ability to lead and mentor a team.
Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with professional client interaction.
Self-driven, detail-oriented, and able to perform under pressure.

Nice To Haves

CPA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Oversee use of financial systems including MRI, AVID, and Treasury Management.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Manage financial analyses including balance sheets, depreciation, draws, and escrow distributions.
Assist with reporting, strategic planning, and forecasting.
Monitor cash flow and capital needs for real estate development.
Review CAM budgets and oversee cash management with banking partners.
Support tax processes for 25+ entities (Partnerships, LLCs, and S-Corporations) and coordinate with CPA firms.
Develop tax strategies, oversee franchise tax filings, and manage insurance programs.
Assist with project lending and oversee draw processes.
Lead annual budget preparation for corporate and project-level operations.
Enhance business processes and accounting policies to strengthen controls and efficiency.